• Jul 17

    Michigan Cottage Food Law

    July 17, 2024 – December 5, 2024 Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Aug 2

    Organic Inspection Field Day at The North Farm

    August 2, 2024 10:00AM – 2:00PM The North Farm N5431 Rock River Road Chatham, MI 49816

    Learn about organic inspection on a certified organic farm at MSU's Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center.

  • Aug 7

    Preserving Tomatoes

    August 7, 2024 7:00PM – 8:00PM 7-8 pm Tecumseh District Library, 215 N. Ottawa St., Tecumseh, MI 49286

    If your tomato plants are star producers, join us to learn how to preserve them using a water bath canner.

  • Aug 12

    Michigan Cottage Food Law Aug. 12, 2024

    August 12, 2024 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Aug 12

    2024 Garden Study Bus Trip

    August 12, 2024 – August 15, 2024 Registrants will be notified of specific departure and return times prior to the bus trip. Note this is EST. Departure and return location: Kent MSU Extension office at 775 Ball NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    Designed for gardeners who love to learn! Visit five world-class public and private horticulture destinations in central Wisconsin and northern Illinois, along with a bit of local fun, good food and a winery excursion.

  • Aug 18

    Bee Palooza

    August 18, 2024 1:00PM – 4:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824

    Michigan State University is hosting a Bee Palooza event on campus for everyone who is interested in bees to attend!

  • Aug 20

    Veggie Vibes at SWMREC

    August 20, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM 1791 Hillandale Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 at the second building on the right, with the picnic tables and two large garage doors.

    Join us at the Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center (SWMREC) for an evening walk to learn what's happening in the MSU vegetable programs here, seek advice, kick equipment, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a summer evening on the farm.​

  • Aug 23

    Master Gardener Conference

    August 23, 2024 – August 24, 2024 Interlochen Center for the Arts, 4000 J. Maddy Pkwy, Interlochen, MI 49643

    Join us August 23-24, 2024 for the 2024 Master Gardener Conference and participate in tours, workshops and educational sessions focused on increasing and enhancing your scientific, research-based horticultural knowledge.

  • Aug 28

    Michigan Cottage Food Law Aug. 28, 2024

    August 28, 2024 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Sep 9

    Preserving Tomatoes

    September 9, 2024 11:00AM – 12:00PM 11:00 am - Noon Stockbridge Senior Center, 219 W. Elm St., Stockbridge, MI 49285

    If your tomato plants are star producers, join us to learn how to preserve them using a water bath canner.

  • Sep 17

    Veggie Vibes at SWMREC

    September 17, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM 1791 Hillandale Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 at the second building on the right, with the picnic tables and two large garage doors.

    Join us at the Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center (SWMREC) for an evening walk to learn what's happening in the MSU vegetable programs here, seek advice, kick equipment, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a summer evening on the farm.​

  • Sep 23

    Michigan Cottage Food Law Sept. 23, 2024

    September 23, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Oct 19

    Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

    October 19, 2024 9:00AM – 5:00PM Benzie Central High School, 9222 Homestead Rd, Benzonia, MI 49616

    The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!

  • Nov 11

    Michigan Cottage Food Law Nov. 11, 2024

    November 11, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Dec 5

    Michigan Cottage Food Law Dec. 5 2024

    December 5, 2024 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.